1990 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 316 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
